บท 148: Chapter 148 Each's Ideal

Chen Xi was somewhat dumbfounded. What was Liu Bei thinking to blurt out such a thing? What did he mean by being deeply indebted to the Emperor's grace and not harboring any aspirations towards the throne? That's not like you at all! History has it that you ascended the throne, and now you're saying you lack the desire for it, is this some kind of joke?

Looking at the astonished Chen Xi, Liu Bei sighed and explained, "Whether it's ambition or desire for power, I have it all. But ever since I stepped into this position, I have not faced any setbacks. Tao Gongzu, Kong Wenju, none failed to help me; the power of the Han Dynasty still protects me. Even if I felt discontent at times, it still afforded me opportunities."

"Zichuan, have I ever strived for anything?" Liu Bei asked in return.

"No," Chen Xi pondered and then replied.